Child and Youth Program Food Service Worker
Commander, Navy Installations Command
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Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Aberdeen, Maryland
Salary
$18.80 - $25.95
per hour
Type
Closes
April 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as an assistant in a program for children and youth on a military base, where you'll supervise kids, plan fun and educational activities, and ensure their safety and well-being during summer sessions.
It's a great fit for someone who enjoys working with children, has basic education, and is reliable in creating positive group experiences.
Entry-level positions require minimal experience, making it ideal for high school graduates or those starting in childcare.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (minimum for entry level CY-01)
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
- Experience or skills in planning and conducting activities for children and youth (for higher levels CY-01 Skill or CY-02 Target)
- Ability to maintain control, account for safety, and whereabouts of children and youth
- Knowledge of creating environments that promote positive interactions and meet physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs
- Capability to prepare and maintain indoor/outdoor activity areas and handle special requirements
- Proficiency in maintaining program data and completing daily reports
Full Job Description
SUMMER HIRE POSITION Aberdeen Proving Grounds Hiring Event: Interviews will be held on site. Applicants must bring resume, social security card, photo ID, transcripts and/or proof of education.
In order to be considered with your online application please apply by 9 April 2026. When: 14 April 2026 from 10:00am - 2:00pm Where: Ruggles Golf Course Clubhouse5600 Ruggles Rd.
Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland 21005 Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following: For Entry Level (CY-01): At a minimum, must have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
For information on the qualification requirements for the higher paying levels such as Skill Level (CY-01) and Target Level (CY-02):Refer to our Applicant Information Kit.
Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level. Major Duties:
- Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant in a Child and Youth Services program and maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs for program participants based on the group and individual children and youth.
- Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
- Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules and provides program options for children with special requirements.
- Maintains program participation data and complete daily report.
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